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Not Just a Farmer Anymore
| BY JOHN RUSSNOGLE
You sell yourself and your farm to the public every day, whether you realize it or not. And, the perception you create may affect how you farm in the... More
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Crop Insurance and Soybean Rust
May 13, 2008 5:45 PM | By Kent Thiesse, Vice President, MinnStar Bank
The 2008 growing season is now underway, and farm operators in some areas have already planted some of their soybeans, and other in areas will be planting soybeans in the next couple of weeks... More
Building Wealth
May 13, 2008 5:42 PM | By Dr. David M. Kohl
In today’s agricultural industry, many are millionaires on paper yet having difficulty earning a dollar. Lets examine this quote a little more to place some perspectives on building wealth... More
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Not Just a Farmer Anymore
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | BY JOHN RUSSNOGLE
You sell yourself and your farm to the public every day, whether you realize it or not. And, the perception you create may affect how you farm in the... More
Some Days You’re the Pigeon
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | BY GREG LAMP
I'm sure you know this, but you're probably under the most stress that you'll encounter all year long right now. Long days, short nights, not enough sleep... More
Canadian Chronicles
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | By Dave Kohl
Several weeks ago, my Road Warrior travels took me to Red Deer, Alberta, between Calgary and Edmonton. Agricultural producers in this province think entrepreneurially... More
Just for the Record
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | By Greg Lamp
Ever been interviewed by national or even local media and feel like you've bungled it? It's a common feeling, say media experts, but with a little guidance... More
Get Paid To Hold Onto Those Nutrients
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | BY SUSAN WINSOR
Dairyman Jeff Beavins is getting paid to build a structure that stores six months' manure. Most of the $130,000 cost will be paid for by water quality... More
The End Game in Ethanol
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | BY ED USSET
Late last year, I visited with a person close to the ethanol industry. Cash corn prices had reached the $4 mark, but she noted with confidence that the... More
Negotiating Cash Rental Rates
Apr 1, 2008 12:00 PM | BY MOE RUSSELL
One of the most-often-asked questions I have had this winter is: How can I reduce the risk of rapidly escalating input costs? Often, renters indicate... More
